ADVISING & REPRESENTING BUSINESSES

Representing businesses means more than navigating legal disputes—it’s about safeguarding your success, resolving challenges, and enabling growth. Whether in litigation, negotiation, or providing strategic advice, I work closely with clients to understand their goals and protect their interests. With decades of experience handling complex, high-stakes matters across industries, I deliver practical solutions, sharp legal analysis, and tireless advocacy to help businesses overcome obstacles and seize opportunities. My focus is always on achieving the best possible outcomes so your business can thrive.
John C. Stivarius, Jr.

WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR YOU AND YOUR BUSINESS?
As your lawyer, I’ll ask about your both your personal and business goals—because they’re inseparable. A lawyer’s first job is to understand and build on those aspirations, crafting a legal strategy that aligns with what truly matters to you and drives your success, as you define it.
STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
The best lawyers understand that business and personal goals are interconnected. They align legal strategies with your broader vision to support growth, stability, and success.
PROACTIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING
An exceptional lawyer anticipates risks and identifies opportunities, providing guidance that prevents issues before they arise and helps you seize the advantage in every situation.
TAILORED EXPERTISE
Every business is unique. The best lawyers deliver personalized advice and representation, combining deep legal knowledge with an understanding of your industry and specific needs.
RELENTLESS ADVOCACY
From negotiating deals to defending in litigation, top lawyers fight tirelessly for your interests, ensuring your business is protected and positioned for long-term success.

Why Choose Me as Your Lawyer?
With over four decades of experience as a trial attorney, I bring unparalleled expertise to advising and representing businesses. From navigating high-stakes disputes to providing strategic counsel, I have a proven track record of delivering exceptional results in even the most complex and challenging matters.
Here’s why businesses and general counsel trust me:
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Extensive Experience
I’ve handled a wide variety of high-profile, high-dollar cases, including employment disputes, professional liability, wrongful death, toxic torts, and complex multi-party litigation, ensuring your business has a seasoned advocate. -
Preventative Advice & Counsel
Prevention is the best cure for legal disputes and hassles. I work proactively with clients to identify potential risks, address vulnerabilities, and implement strategies to avoid costly conflicts before they arise. -
Finding or Creating Leverage
A lawyer’s primary job is to find or create leverage for clients. Whether it’s uncovering hidden opportunities, developing strategic pressure points, or being the leverage through skill and insight, I focus on tipping the scales in your favor to achieve optimal results. -
Commitment to Excellence
My reputation for fairness, professionalism, and achieving results has earned the trust of clients and peers alike, ensuring your business is in capable hands. -
Focused Advocacy
Whether in court, at the negotiation table, or offering preventive counsel, I work tirelessly to protect your business’s interests and support its growth and success. Selecting me as your lawyer means choosing a dedicated partner committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for your business.
